Site Inspection Checklist

FREE site inspection checklist. Construction & workplace safety audit template. OSHA compliant site walk-through form.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Daily/Weekly
  • Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Role: Operations Manager
  • Total Items: 43
  • Compliance: OSHA 1926, OSHA 1910, ANSI A10

Site Access & Security

Inspect site access and security controls.

  • Site perimeter secured (fencing)?
  • Access points controlled?
  • Warning signs posted?
  • Visitor sign-in log maintained?
  • Measures to prevent unauthorized entry?
  • Photo of site entrance

Housekeeping & Organization

Assess site cleanliness and organization.

  • Walkways clear of obstructions?
  • Materials properly stacked/stored?
  • Debris and waste removed regularly?
  • Tools properly stored when not in use?
  • Spills cleaned up promptly?
  • Sanitation facilities adequate and clean?

Fall Protection

Verify fall protection measures.

  • Guardrails in place where required?
  • Floor/wall openings covered or guarded?
  • Scaffolding properly erected and inspected?
  • Ladders in good condition and properly used?
  • Fall harnesses used where required?
  • Anchor points adequate and inspected?

Electrical Safety

Inspect electrical safety on site.

  • GFCI protection on all outlets?
  • Extension cords in good condition?
  • Temporary wiring properly installed?
  • Electrical panels accessible (36-inch clearance)?
  • Lockout devices available?
  • Only qualified personnel doing electrical work?

Personal Protective Equipment

Verify PPE compliance on site.

  • Hard hats worn in required areas?
  • Safety glasses worn as required?
  • High-visibility vests worn?
  • Safety footwear worn?
  • Hearing protection used in high-noise areas?
  • Appropriate gloves worn for tasks?
  • Photo of workers with proper PPE

Equipment & Machinery

Inspect equipment and machinery safety.

  • Equipment pre-start inspections completed?
  • Operators trained and certified?
  • Machine guards in place?
  • Load limits posted and observed?
  • Equipment maintenance current?
  • Defects reported and addressed?

Emergency Preparedness

Verify emergency response readiness.

  • Emergency numbers posted?
  • First aid kit stocked and accessible?
  • Fire extinguishers available and charged?
  • Evacuation routes clear and marked?
  • Muster point identified?
  • First aid trained personnel on site?

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